The challenges presented by climate change are unprecedented and have propelled governments to introduce new legislation aimed at greatly reducing energy and carbon usage in the building sector. In an effort to mitigate the effects of climate change, the Government of Canada has committed to net-zero emissions by 2050. But what does this actually mean, and how do you design buildings for it?
This session will provide definitions and design considerations to help you unpack key terminology such as net-zero energy, net-zero carbon, net-zero emissions, and net-zero operational carbon. Using the most recent research and energy modeling, you’ll delve into the feasibility and practical limitations of net-zero building design in Northern Canada and Alaska (north of 60° latitude).
You’ll take away a deeper understanding of the magnified challenges of extremely cold climates and remote locations, especially after learning from residential and commercial buildings case studies.
What you’ll learn
- Define key net-zero building design terminology.
- Distinguish various net-zero building design standards.
- Identify challenges and opportunities for net-zero design in various locations within northern climates.
- Describe net-zero design approaches for new building projects.
